Erb's Palsy Law Firm
A child diagnosed with Erb's 'Palsy' can have devastating effects for families. If you think that medical negligence is the reason for your child's injury to his brachial cord during birth, contact a erb's Palsy law firm for a no-cost consultation.
An attorney will look over your case and estimate future medical costs to calculate your estimated value for your case. This will allow you determine the worth of your claim in an eventual settlement.
Causes
Erb's Palsy is caused when the bundle (the brachialplexus) of nerves in the neck is damaged. These nerves control shoulder, arm and hand movements and sensation. Erb's Palsy causes weakness, numbness, or paralysis of the shoulder and arm.
The condition can be caused by various medical mistakes during labor and delivery for example, forceps usage and a C section that is performed too quickly, or a doctor making a mistake with a vacuum extractor during a vaginal birth. The majority of cases of
erb's palsy lawsuits palsy can be avoided. Doctors, nurses, midwives and other medical professionals are held to the obligation to maintain a high standard of care in the birth room. They must ensure that the baby's shoulders are delivered via the vaginal canal and that they do not get stuck or entangled in the pelvic bone of the mother's.
Researchers have suggested that the condition may be caused by maternal contractions or the position of a pregnant woman. However these theories have not been proven. In order to win a case for medical malpractice, plaintiffs have to show that the doctor's deviance from the accepted practice led to the injury.
A birth injury lawyer can assist you if you believe that your child has suffered an injury that is preventable, like the erb's syndrome. A successful lawsuit could be awarded to your family financially compensation to pay for the medical expenses of your child and give you a sense closure.
Diagnosis
Erb's Palsy is caused by injuries to the brachialplexus which is a triad of nerves that run through the arm and shoulder. The nerves could be stretched or torn by the difficulty of delivering. The symptoms of this condition are weakness or paralysis in the affected arm. Doctors are accountable to diagnose the condition immediately.
The difficulties of childbirth are the most frequent reason for this. This is typically the case when the size of the fetus exceeds than what is expected for vaginal birth or when the baby's shoulders become stuck during birth. This is called shoulder dystocia and is one of the most significant risks for developing Erb's - Palsy.
If a doctor makes use of excessive force or fails to recognize the shoulder dystocia, it may lead to injury of the upper nerves of the brachial plexus. Erb's spalsy is the result. If the doctor's negligence was to blame the doctor could be held responsible for any permanent damage.
In order to successfully file a medical malpractice case you must show that the doctor's deviation from the accepted practices caused your injuries. For cases involving Erb's Palsy, you must demonstrate that the doctor's actions or inactions caused your child to suffer an injury to the upper brachial nerves. This is a common claim, and can result in a substantial settlement and lifetime care for your child.
Treatment
In the majority of cases, earlier the condition is identified and treated, the better the outcome. If it is not treated the condition can progress to permanent tightening of the muscles (contractures) or even complete or partial paralysis. Surgery and physical therapy are the most frequently used treatments.
The highly experienced Erb's Palsy lawyers at Marc J. Bern & Partners examine potential claims and
lawsuits for children suffering from brachial-plexus injuries caused by medical negligence during birth throughout the United States. We urge families to request an initial consultation and claim evaluation.
While doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals are trained to deliver babies safely However, a variety of complications can arise. When these complications occur the physician must act immediately to ensure the safety of mother and child. Unfortunately some health professionals do not do the right thing.
A doctor might have to apply a certain amount of force during a difficult delivery to aid the baby in the birth canal. This could cause the baby's nerves be damaged if the neck is accidentally stretched.
Doctors can use a variety of tests, such as X-rays and ultrasounds, as well as physical examination to determine the severity of the injury as well as the extent of nerve damage. A doctor may also prescribe various medications to alleviate discomfort and pain as well as physical or occupational therapy to help restore movement.
Compensation
The costs of medical treatment for a child suffering from Erb's palsy is often high. A successful lawsuit could give families to have the financial resources to afford the care they require. A lawyer who is experienced in the field of Erb's Psy will maximize the amount of compensation the family receives.
When a baby is diagnosed with Erb's systy it can affect all aspects of their life. It can hinder them from working, it could limit the amount of time they spend with their parents and it can also cause emotional trauma.
Erb's Palsy Law claims can be made for the cost of treatment, the loss of earnings as well as the effect that the injury will impact a child's capability to enjoy daily activities. Claims can also be made for the pain and suffering caused by the injury and the compensation paid will reflect this.
A successful case will show that the doctor who performed the obstetrics was negligent. This will be proven by demonstrating that there was an infraction to the accepted procedure and that this proximately caused injury to your child. Each case is unique, and it could take some time to settle a lawsuit for Erb's Palsy. Families should contact an attorney as soon as they can to avoid being late in filing a lawsuit. A lawsuit that is filed late may be barred by the Statute of Limitations.